Name: 14th Annual Run Baby Run
Start: 2026-05-16T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-05-16T11:00:00-05:00
Location: Natchitoches Downtown Historic District

May 2026
Sale On The Trail – Trailhead Market

Featured May 1 - May 2

Timber Ridge Adventure Park 4343 University Pkwy, Natchitoches, LA, United States

We are excited to announce that this year’s event will be held at the scenic Timber Ridge Adventure Park in Natchitoches, Louisiana. This community-focused event is part of the annual El Camino Real Sale On The Trail event, bringing together local artisans, food vendors, craftspeople, and small businesses. Our goal is to establish Timber Ridge […]
NSU Vet Tech Club’s Bathe a Dog Day

Featured May 1 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Northwestern State University 175 Sam Sibley Dr.

Services Included: Bath, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression Nail dremeling available upon request for an additional $5 Date: Friday, May 1 Location: Room 106, Bienvenu Hall Time: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM Pricing: 0–25 lbs: $13 26–50 lbs: $17 51–75 lbs: $24 76–100 lbs: $30 Over 100 lbs: $35
American Cemetery Walking Tour

Featured May 1 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm American Cemetery Walking Tour

American Cemetery 201 Second St., Natchitoches, LA, United States

The purpose of this tour is to familiarize visitors with some of the notable people from the area buried in the American Cemetery, the oldest cemetery in Natchitoches. Over the years, planters, businessman, politicians, and educators have all made their mark on Natchitoches and the surrounding area. The markers in the cemetery tell stories of […]
Annual Steel Band Workshop

Featured May 1 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Northwestern State University 175 Sam Sibley Dr.

Northwestern State University’s Steel Bands will host its Annual Steel Band Workshop on Friday, May 1 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the William Brent Band Room in the New Fine Arts Building. The concert will be held that evening at 6:30 p.m. at the Natchitoches Downtown Riverfront Stage. Those taking part in the workshop will […]
Annual Senior Dance Concert

Featured May 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Annual Senior Dance Concert

A.A Fredricks Auditorium 150 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, United States

The Northwestern State University Department of Theatre and Dance will present its annual Senior Dance Concert on Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium. Admission is free and open to the public. Senior choreographers who will present their original works in the concert are Ariyonna Sarpy, Nyah Lynch, Jaeda Barrett, Journey Wills, Vee Duran, […]
Natchitoches Farmer’s Market

Featured May 2 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Natchitoches Farmer’s Market

Downtown Natchitoches 780 Front St., Natchitoches, LA, United States

The Natchitoches Farmers Market returns April 25 through July 25, bringing fresh, local goods to downtown every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM. Spend your morning shopping seasonal produce, […]
Flatbed Rickshaw Flea Market

Featured May 2 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Flatbed Rickshaw Flea Market

Flatbed Rickshaw 121 Miller Drive, Natchitoches, Louisiana

Antiques, vintage China, glassware, and collectables. Open Saturday from 9AM to 2PM Just north of Natchitoches on Hwy 6 at Miller Drive, behind the Floors By Design store.
NSU Drums Along the River

Featured May 2 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Downtown River Bank Downtown River Bank 780 Front Street Natchitoches, LA 71457

What it is: A free, open-to-the-public percussion concert by Northwestern State University's music programs. Features the NSU Drumline (Spirit of Northwestern), Steel PanDEMONium, and the Brazilian Samba Batucada Band. What […]
Annual Senior Dance Concert

Featured May 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Annual Senior Dance Concert

A.A Fredricks Auditorium 150 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, United States

The Northwestern State University Department of Theatre and Dance will present its annual Senior Dance Concert on Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium. Admission is free […]
Young Christians’ Night 2026

Featured May 2 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Timber Ridge Adventure Park 4343 University Pkwy, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Young Christians’ Night returns for its second year after making a meaningful impact on students and young believers across Central Louisiana. Hosted at Timber Ridge Adventure Park, the region’s premier […]
Featured May 5 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Flying Heart Brewing & Pub 108 Mill Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Meet adoptable rescue dogs! Help us raise money for Natchitoches animals. Live music with “Jenny & Kelli” from 6–8pm! Bonus: 10% of all sales will be donated to FAUNA
Cane River Mini-Golf Classic 2026

Featured May 7 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Dark Woods Adventure Park 4242 University Pkwy., Natchitoches, La

Ready for Round 2? The Cane River Mini Golf Classic is BACK! Join us on Thursday, May 7th, at 5:30pm at Timber Ridge Adventure Park for an exciting evening of […]
Blood Drive

Featured May 8 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Police Department vs Fire Department Blood Drive | Friday, May 8th | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Blood Mobile at each location Natchitoches Police Department vs Natchitoches Fire Department Who […]
Movie at the Park: Jurassic Park

Featured May 8 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Timber Ridge Adventure Park 4343 University Pkwy, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Timber Ridge Adventure Park is excited to present "Movies at the Park", another special outdoor movie night bringing a beloved classic film back to the big screen on May 8th […]
Second Saturday

Featured May 9 Second Saturday

St. Denis Second Saturday in downtown Natchitoches!Live music, local vendors, and downtown shops open throughout the evening.
Natchitoches Farmer’s Market

Featured May 9 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Natchitoches Farmer’s Market

Downtown Natchitoches 780 Front St., Natchitoches, LA, United States

The Natchitoches Farmers Market returns April 25 through July 25, bringing fresh, local goods to downtown every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM. Spend your morning shopping seasonal produce, […]
Flatbed Rickshaw Flea Market

Featured May 9 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Flatbed Rickshaw Flea Market

Flatbed Rickshaw 121 Miller Drive, Natchitoches, Louisiana

Antiques, vintage China, glassware, and collectables. Open Saturday from 9AM to 2PM Just north of Natchitoches on Hwy 6 at Miller Drive, behind the Floors By Design store.
Playing in the Mud

Featured May 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Playing in the Mud

A beginning ceramics class, “Playing in the Mud,” will be offered through Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning and Global Education starting May 14. The class will be held […]
Natchitoches Jazz/R&B Festival

Featured May 15 @ 8:00 am - May 16 @ 5:00 pm

Downtown River Bank Downtown River Bank 780 Front Street Natchitoches, LA 71457

Set against the scenic backdrop of downtown Natchitoches, the fest blends national headliners with homegrown talent in a celebration of music, food, and family.
14th Annual Run Baby Run

Featured May 16 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Natchitoches Downtown Historic District 780 Front Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Run through the beautiful historic district of Natchitoches the morning of Jazz Fest weekend while supporting the beauty of motherhood!

May 2026

Sale On The Trail – Trailhead Market

NSU Vet Tech Club’s Bathe a Dog Day

American Cemetery Walking Tour

Annual Steel Band Workshop

Annual Senior Dance Concert

Natchitoches Farmer’s Market

Flatbed Rickshaw Flea Market

NSU Drums Along the River

Annual Senior Dance Concert

Young Christians’ Night 2026

Cane River Mini-Golf Classic 2026

Blood Drive

Movie at the Park: Jurassic Park

Second Saturday

Natchitoches Farmer’s Market

Flatbed Rickshaw Flea Market

Playing in the Mud

Natchitoches Jazz/R&B Festival

14th Annual Run Baby Run

780 Front Street, Suite 100, Natchitoches, Louisiana 71457

1-800-259-1714